Hebrews 13:1–3 Keep on loving each other as brothers. Do not forget to entertain strangers, for by so doing some people have entertained angels without knowing it. Remember those in prison as if you were their fellow prisoners, and those who are mistreated as if you yourselves were suffering.

These words are always worth sharing with our brothers and sisters in Christ. How different would the world be if Christians everywhere were striving to love each other as brothers and sisters?

Did you notice that it extends beyond the circle of believers. “Entertain strangers … remember those in prison … and those who are mistreated.” Paul gave the churches in Galatia the same advice:

Galatians 6:10  Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers.

We should love each other. Not just the faithful, but all of our neighbors, And who is my neighbor. Jesus told a parable in response to that question. Take time to read it today  (Luke 10:25-37) and notice that the one who showed compassion was not his own countryman.

The love we show to our fellow man comes from the love God has shown to us. He provided the payment for sin Himself, becoming the sacrifice that would cover all sin and open heaven to everyone. We need to love others and share God’s love with them so they can receive the benefit of what Jesus earned for them.